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There was no pun intended — presumably — but this was a victory for which
Arsenal “paid a heavy price”, according to Arsène Wenger.

The Arsenal manager was not, for once, talking about the bothersome transfer
window, but injuries sustained as his team progressed into the group stage
of the Champions League thanks to two goals by Aaron Ramsey on the night,
and the three scored in Turkey a week ago.

This is the sixteenth consecutive season in which the club will enjoy the
group stage among Europe’s elite and it will boost the coffers of Arsenal to
the tune of £25